Campbell Island 10 dollars Big Cormorant coin 2017

The Campbell Island 10 Dollars Big Cormorant Coin, 2017 is a striking rectangular silver issue dedicated to one of the most iconic seabirds of the Southern Ocean — the Big Cormorant (Phalacrocorax carbo). Issued for Campbell Islands, this coin combines wildlife artistry with a modern bullion-style format, making it especially appealing to collectors of nature and animal-themed numismatics.

The obverse presents a powerful composition featuring a detailed profile of a cormorant’s head with an elongated beak, textured feathers, and sharp contours. Below, a second cormorant is shown with wings spread, standing near water, creating a strong sense of coastal habitat and motion. The background contrasts mirror-like fields with frosted relief. Inscriptions include the species name Phalacrocorax carbo and the denomination “10 dollars,” placed prominently within the design.

The reverse features a refined portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, wearing a crown and pearl necklace, facing right. Surrounding inscriptions read “ELIZABETH II,” “CAMPBELL ISLANDS,” and the year “2017,” all set against a polished field that enhances the portrait’s clarity and elegance.

Struck in silver with a prooflike finish and presented in a protective capsule, this 2017 Big Cormorant coin highlights biodiversity, marine wildlife, and remote island heritage. Its unusual rectangular shape and crisp engraving make it a standout addition to any world coin or wildlife collection.

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